Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple is situated in Madhya Pradesh, India in one of the oldest cities Ujjain, on the banks of river Kshipra (Shipra). The most famous religious sites are situated in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh like Shree Chintaman Ganesh, Shri Harsiddhi Mata, Shree Shani Maharaja, and Shri Mangalnath.
In the Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, the Nanda Dipa always remains lit. The most prominent festival of the Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga is Mahashivratri. The Shiva Linga idol is also known as Dakshinamurthi, which means facing the South.
Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Highlights
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Name of the Temple |
Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga |
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Deity worshipped |
Lord Shiva |
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Entry fees |
No entry fees |
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Address of the Temple |
5QM9+58C, Inside Mahakal Mandir, Jaisinghpura, Ujjain Madhya Pradesh - 456001 |
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Timings of the Temple |
3:00 AM to 11:00 PM |
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Photography |
Not allowed |
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Outfit |
Traditional wear |
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Website of the temple |
https://shrimahakaleshwar.com/contact |
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The best time to visit |
October to March |
Timings of the Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga
The Ujjain Mahakaleshwar temple or Mandir is open from 3:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
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Particulars |
Details |
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Darshan Open |
4:00 AM |
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Bhasma aarti |
4:00 AM - 6:00 AM |
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Morning aarti |
7:00-7:30 AM |
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Evening aarti |
5:00 -5:30 PM |
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Shree Mahakal Aarti |
7:00 to 7:30 PM |
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Darshan close |
11:00 PM |
About Ujjain Mahakaleshwar
As mentioned in Puranas, the Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Temple or Mandir was established by Prajapita Brahma. The Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Temple rests on wooden pillars with high shikhara. Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga is a three-storeyed building with the lowest middle and uppermost part installed with the lingams of Mahakaleshwar, Omkareshwara, and Nagachandresvara. Nagachandresvara's glimpse can be seen on the Nag Panchmi.
The Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga has beautiful architecture with intricate carvings dedicated to Lord Shiva. The Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga has a kunda inside, named Koti Tirtha made in sarvatobhadra style inside the temple complex. The Kunda and its water is treated as heavenly. Adjoining the stairs near Kunda there are many sculptural glory built during the Paramara period.
Describing the Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, on the east side of Kunda, a large verandah is there where the entrance leads to garbhagriha. On the north side of Kunda, images of Sri Rama and goddess Avartika are worshipped. The best time to visit the Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga is October to March as it has a cool atmosphere.
Besides the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, many attractive and small-sized deities exist, such as Ganesha, Kartikeya, and Parvati in garbhagriha.
Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Ticket Price
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Normal Darshan |
No entry fees |
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Sheeghra Darshan |
250 INR per person |
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VVIP Darshan |
1100 INR per person |
Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Booking Link
Puja can be booked online through their official website.
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Pooja |
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Puja Booking |
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Bhasma Aarti Booking |
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Nagchandreshwar Darshan Booking (August 9, 2024 only) |
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Sheeghra Darshan (Fast-track queue) |
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Mahakaleshwar Dharamshala Booking |
How to reach Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga
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Distance to temple |
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By Road |
Well-connected roads are there from each other cities |
approx. 775.3 kilometres |
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By Railway |
Ujjain Junction |
approx. 1.5 kilometres |
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By Airport |
Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport |
approx 57.3 kilometres |
By Road:
Roads are well-connected from cities so one can easily travel by road through self-drive. From major cities like Delhi, the distance is (760 km), Mumbai (655 km), and Bhopal (190 km) from Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple.
Places to visit near Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple.
Maheshwari Fort
Maheshwari is a town in Madhya Pradesh in Khargone city also known as Holkar Fort and Ahilya Fort. Maheshwar is located on the north bank of the Narmada River. Maheshwari was the capital of Malwa during Maratha Holkar's reign until it was shifted to Indore as a capital by Malhar Rao Holkar. The Maheshwari Fort was built by an Indian Queen Ahalya Bai Holkar, it was her residential view. The fort is known for elegant Maratha-style architecture and beautiful scenery from the Narmada River and the Maheshwari Fort premises have various deities of Lord Shiva incarnations. The word Maheshwari means the “abode of Lord Mahesh" which is the name of Lord Shiva.
Kal Bhairav Temple, Ujjain
Kal Bhairav is the guardian deity of Ujjain, a Hindu Temple in Madhya Pradesh located on the banks of the Shipra River. A unique offering is offered to the deity, which is liquor. Lord Shiva is called as guardian of the city because the Kal Bhairav was his fierce manifestation. It is said according to Skanda Purana that the Kal Bhairav Temple was built by the Bhadrasen. The Kal Bhairav Temple architecture shows the Maratha influence and is the oldest temple which attracts hundreds of tourists.
Kaliadeh Palace
Kaliadeh Palace is also called KD Palace situated in Madhya Pradesh on the bank of the Shipra river. In 1458 AD the Kaliadeh Palace was built by the Sultan of Mandu, during the period of Mahmud Khalji. The architecture of Kaliadeh Palace is in Persian style, the central dome is the best example of this palace and has a wide Central hall known as the middle arena. Kaliadeh Palace was damaged during the Pindari War and was restored by Maharaja Sir Madho Rao Scindia.
Sandipani Ashram
It is a Hindu Pilgrimage located in Madhya Pradesh, Ujjain. It is believed that the Sandipani Ashram is a place where Lord Krishna, his brother Balrama, and his friend Sudama studied under the guidance of Maharshi Sandipani. Inside the complex, there are many shrines and temples and one is dedicated to Guru Sandapini, 6000 old year
Triveni Museum
Triveni Museum as the name suggests is a place where there are art collections. The Triveni Museum has a diverse collection of arts and exhibits that showcase the diverse rich cultural heritage of India like paintings, ancient sculptures, textiles, and handicrafts. The Triveni Museum is established by the Government of Madhya Pradesh to preserve the cultural and archaeological treasures of the state. Photography is prohibited but Videography can be done with special permission.
Restaurants near Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, Ujjain
Swaruchi Restaurant & Caterers
Swaruchi Restaurants and Caterers is a highly-rated vegetarian restaurant at Ahilya Bai Marg. The restaurant is famous for its pure vegetarian cuisine and variety of dishes and offers catering and a thali system. Popular dishes of Swaruchi restaurants and caterers are the thali and North Indian and Gujarati cuisines like paneer dishes, curries, etc. The ambiance of the restaurant is warm and family-friendly.
New Rajkumar Restaurant (Madhav Nagar)
New Rajkumar Restaurant is praised for its delicious food and service. The ambiance of the restaurant is warm, inviting, and family-friendly. The New Rajkumar restaurant offers you online services to taste their dishes at your home. The must-try dishes of The New Rajkumar restaurant are Jarera Butter Fry rice with butter roti, Kaju curry, Good paneer dishes, Veg fried rice with tandoori roti, and garlic naans.
The Ramayana Restaurant & Cafe
The Ramayana Restaurant and Cafe is also one of the destinations to have dining under a cozy, soothing, and family-friendly ambiance. The popular dishes of Ramayana Restaurant and Cafe the Dal fry and rice, pittu ki poori, and Parantha.
Shivam Restaurant
The Shivam restaurant is a popular vegetarian restaurant. The hotel is located in the basement of Hotel Satyam and is known for providing good quality vegetarian food. The Shivam restaurant is a good provider of Indian cuisine. The most popular is thali. It has a pleasant and hygienic ambiance.
Hotels near Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, Ujjain
You can also check out a few Hotels near Mahakaleshwar for your stay.
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Hotel Name |
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Hotel Imperial Grand |
3687/1 Near over bridge Hari Phatak Indore road, Imperial Square, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh 456010 |
3,729 INR |
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Hotel Abika Elite |
4, No. 2, Nazar Ali Marg, Nijatpura, Malipura, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh 456006 |
5,579 INR |
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Hotel Royal Palace |
617 Behind Bank of India, 1, Mahakal Marg, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh 456001 |
2,063 INR |
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Fab Hotel Satyug |
44, Mahakal Marg, Kot Mohalla, Jaisinghpura, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh 456001 |
2,567 INR |
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Hotel Bholenath |
164/2, Opposite Mahakal Mandir, Mahakal Road, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh |
5,151 INR |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
Ques) What is the local name of Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga?
Ans) The local name of Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga is Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Mandir.
Ques) What are the temple timings of Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga?
Ans) The temple timings of Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple are from 3:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
Ques) Bhasma Aarti's booking is permanent?
Ans) Yes, Bhasma Aarti bookings open 1 month prior. You can register yourself to attend the Bhasma Aarti.
Chardhams of India
| Jagannath Puri Odisha | Badrinath |
| Rameshwaram | Dwarkadhish |
Jyotirlingas to visit
| Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga | Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga | Baidyanath Jyotirlinga | Srisailam Mallikarjun Jyotirlinga |
| Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga | Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga | Rameshwaram Jyotirlinga | Triambakeshwar Jyotirlinga |
| Somnath Jyotirlinga | Kedarnath Jyotirlinga | Shri Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga | Nageshwar Jyotirlinga |